Céline Dion‘s husband, René Angélil, has died after long battle with cancer.
The 73-year-old, who also mentored and managed the iconic singer’s career, passed away in his Las Vegas home Thursday.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce that René Angélil, aged 73, died this morning at his residence in Las Vegas after a long and courageous fight against cancer,” Dion’s camp said through a statement on her Facebook page.
Celine, who had taken a break off her musical career to nurse and be with Rene, is said to be distraught and wants to mourn him privately.
“The family wishes to live the mourning in privacy. Other information you will be provided in the next few days.”
He is survived by their children René-Charles, 14, and 5-year-old twins Nelson and Eddy including his adult children from a previous relationship, Anne-Marie, Patrick and Jean-Pierre.
I have always loved this two….. May His Soul rest in peace
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